Operations Specialist

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Job ID: 31718 - 130226 - Operations Specialist
Agency: South Dakota Public Utilities Commission
Location: Pierre, South Dakota
Salary: $77,000
Closing Date: June 23, 2025

This is a full-time position with the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission. For more information about the South Dakota PUC, please visit https://puc.sd.gov/.

The position is responsible to schedule commission proceedings, meetings and events; prepare logistics for certain meetings such as securing and setting up location and coordinating among participants; maintain a comprehensive commission calendar; compile bi-weekly commission meeting agendas; coordinate commissioner travel arrangements; oversee, at a project level, the functionality, performance, and reliability of PUC websites; serve as liaison between the PUC and the state Bureau of Information and Technology regarding website development and ongoing IT issues; monitor and track legislation; process telecommunications registrations; provide administrative support as needed and handle other duties as assigned by supervisor. Position reports to the commission’s executive director.

This position works in a typical office environment. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends may be necessary for event support or critical deadlines.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A bachelor’s degree in communications, business administration, or a related field and a minimum of two years of experience in administrative operational support.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail;
• Strong written skills with high level of attention to grammar, punctuation, syntax, and clarity.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly and effectively convey information, actively listen and engage with others in a professional manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to handle confidential information in an appropriate manner.

Ability to:

• Ability to work independently, take initiative, research options, and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to prioritize and follow up on tasks and projects;
• Ability and willingness to work occasional extended hours.
• Ability to be adaptable and accommodate changing situations and workloads.
• Ability to set and meet deadlines.
• Ability to understand and recommend content management strategies for websites.
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds to load and unload materials and equipment for meetings and events.

Knowledge of:

• IT infrastructure, tools, and services to enable clear communication between and among BIT reps and PUC staff to support development and management of applications, including PUC websites.
• Microsoft Office 365 with proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as other related software applications.

Additional Information: Travel and overnights are occasionally required to attend meetings, conferences, and other events. A valid driver’s license is required.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach a cover letter, resume and three writing samples.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=1QT
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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